We've just had fantastic news that our book, 'Help! I Think I Might Be Psychic' has had a brilliant reader review in 'Spirit & Destiny' magazine.
Giving it 4 stars out of 5 the reader, an executive coach from Northampton was wonderfully complimentary. Her comments were completely in line with the way we wanted the book to come across to our readers:
"a style that's easy to dip into",
"comprehensive and concise, it's a practical and lively read",
"a good stepping stone to other areas", and the best bit,
"A highly readable guide which captured my interest and answered alot of questions I had with warmth and enthusiasm"
It's exciting to see our own work in print, it's wonderful that our book sells every month through the world wide web, but to see the positive impact that we can have and get feedback confirming that we have achieved what we set out to is the pinnacle as far as we are concerned.
Best get on with the next one now!
Wednesday, 3 November 2010
Tuesday, 10 August 2010
Leverage - make the most out of what you've got!
I was privileged to join a number of lovely ladies at a Wire networking meeting yesterday in Penkridge, Staffs. I talked to them briefly about something that I'd discovered and I thought, in the spirit of the talk I would share it on here too. I was talking about leverage. While this can be focussed on small business owners or the self-employed, I think that it's also useful for individuals. We all need to earn a living don't we? We need to pay our bills and also to live, to have a fulfilling life and maybe to contribute back to society too. So, I'm going to talk about money for a while, hope that's ok.
Alot of businesses are struggling, alot of households will also find things get tougher over the next few months, and possibly, for some, years. So, I believe leverage is a key to help anyone not only ride out the tough times, but also, help themselves to have a better life all round.
Could you do with an additional income in to your home, or your business?
Who is in a position where they work for an hour, get paid for an hour? Do the job once, get paid once? Unfortunately that means that you limit your income. You do, you limit your income to the number of hours you can work, or by the number of products/jobs you can do. Unless you get a pay rise,or increase the cost of your products, but your income is still limited by these factors.
Who is in a position where they are time poor?
Who is in a position where they have something they want to share with the world and don't know where to start or how to do it? Are you limiting yourself to sharing something wonderful with only a handful of people? Would you like to reach a larger market?
If any of these apply to you, then please, ask yourself this question:
HOW CAN I LEVERAGE MY TIME, KNOWLEDGE OR EXPERTISE?
The following questions may help you to answer it.
Have I got something that I've already done or produced that could be turned into something else? Such as articles, newsletters, presentations, talks, handbooks, leaflets, artwork, random scribblings.
What am I an expert in?
What do I have knowledge of or a passion for?
What would I really like to share with the world?
One way to leverage your time is to become involved with a network marketing business. This is recommended by Donald Trump, Robert Kyosaki and many others who are very wealthy individuals in their own right. But you have to find the one that's right for you. Personally I am involved with TelecomPlus plc which is service based not product based so you don't have to keep re-selling product but you still generate a passive monthly income. I get paid whether I work or not. I believe in the company and the service that it offers and find it extremely ethical. Saving people money in the current economy is a no brainer if you ask me. (If you would like to know more take a look at this
website and click on 'earn with us' for a short video presentation - UK only)
Another is to create products that you can sell online. Lets have a look at some these options:
The Written word
Books – leaflets – downloads of valuable information or advice & e-books
The Spoken Word
podcasts, audio books, mp3 downloads, cd's
Workshops /Talks/ Presentations - do you do any of these? Can you turn them into videos to promote yourself, podcasts or other audio products. Can you sell other products in the room when you're putting on these events.
This isn't just about money. It's about getting your message across to as many different people as possible, and by using these different methods you can do just that. A busy person on the road all day may not get time to read a book, but would be happy to listen to a CD in the car. So you maximise your market with different types of products. If you've got something worth saying, use today's technology and say it to the world. And if it really is worth sharing then you can earn from it. You have just as much right to a good lifestyle as anyone else. And realistically in the UK, most individuals and households at this moment in time will benefit from any little extra.
"Whoever renders service to many puts himself in line for greatness - great wealth, great return, great satisfaction, great reputation, and great joy." - Jim Rohn
So, leverage your time, maybe turn the TV or computer off and go spend that time more wisely by planning how you can put some of this into practise.
web resources that you might find ueful when creating some of the products mentioned:
www.lulu.com for self publishing/Print On Demand/e-books
www.smashwords.com for e-books
cpi- anthony rowe for short runs of books & print on demand publishing
www.lightningsource.com – Print on demand publishing
www.kunaki.com – produce on demand CD's and DVD's
www.thekunakiguy.com – expert in kunaki, free 'how to' guide or he'll do it for you for about $10
www.melodyloops.com – pay per track, royalty free music loops for background music for DVD's and events or presentations
Helen Leathers
you can view my products here
Alot of businesses are struggling, alot of households will also find things get tougher over the next few months, and possibly, for some, years. So, I believe leverage is a key to help anyone not only ride out the tough times, but also, help themselves to have a better life all round.
Could you do with an additional income in to your home, or your business?
Who is in a position where they work for an hour, get paid for an hour? Do the job once, get paid once? Unfortunately that means that you limit your income. You do, you limit your income to the number of hours you can work, or by the number of products/jobs you can do. Unless you get a pay rise,or increase the cost of your products, but your income is still limited by these factors.
Who is in a position where they are time poor?
Who is in a position where they have something they want to share with the world and don't know where to start or how to do it? Are you limiting yourself to sharing something wonderful with only a handful of people? Would you like to reach a larger market?
If any of these apply to you, then please, ask yourself this question:
HOW CAN I LEVERAGE MY TIME, KNOWLEDGE OR EXPERTISE?
The following questions may help you to answer it.
Have I got something that I've already done or produced that could be turned into something else? Such as articles, newsletters, presentations, talks, handbooks, leaflets, artwork, random scribblings.
What am I an expert in?
What do I have knowledge of or a passion for?
What would I really like to share with the world?
One way to leverage your time is to become involved with a network marketing business. This is recommended by Donald Trump, Robert Kyosaki and many others who are very wealthy individuals in their own right. But you have to find the one that's right for you. Personally I am involved with TelecomPlus plc which is service based not product based so you don't have to keep re-selling product but you still generate a passive monthly income. I get paid whether I work or not. I believe in the company and the service that it offers and find it extremely ethical. Saving people money in the current economy is a no brainer if you ask me. (If you would like to know more take a look at this
website and click on 'earn with us' for a short video presentation - UK only)
Another is to create products that you can sell online. Lets have a look at some these options:
The Written word
Books – leaflets – downloads of valuable information or advice & e-books
The Spoken Word
podcasts, audio books, mp3 downloads, cd's
Workshops /Talks/ Presentations - do you do any of these? Can you turn them into videos to promote yourself, podcasts or other audio products. Can you sell other products in the room when you're putting on these events.
This isn't just about money. It's about getting your message across to as many different people as possible, and by using these different methods you can do just that. A busy person on the road all day may not get time to read a book, but would be happy to listen to a CD in the car. So you maximise your market with different types of products. If you've got something worth saying, use today's technology and say it to the world. And if it really is worth sharing then you can earn from it. You have just as much right to a good lifestyle as anyone else. And realistically in the UK, most individuals and households at this moment in time will benefit from any little extra.
"Whoever renders service to many puts himself in line for greatness - great wealth, great return, great satisfaction, great reputation, and great joy." - Jim Rohn
So, leverage your time, maybe turn the TV or computer off and go spend that time more wisely by planning how you can put some of this into practise.
web resources that you might find ueful when creating some of the products mentioned:
www.lulu.com for self publishing/Print On Demand/e-books
www.smashwords.com for e-books
cpi- anthony rowe for short runs of books & print on demand publishing
www.lightningsource.com – Print on demand publishing
www.kunaki.com – produce on demand CD's and DVD's
www.thekunakiguy.com – expert in kunaki, free 'how to' guide or he'll do it for you for about $10
www.melodyloops.com – pay per track, royalty free music loops for background music for DVD's and events or presentations
Helen Leathers
you can view my products here
Wednesday, 4 August 2010
Ever thought you might write a book?
When I get talking to people about the books that I've written, (currently 4 on sale, 1 in the wings and 1 in the process of being written) a very high percentage of those people say something like, 'I've always wanted to write a book'. They (whoever 'they' are) do say that there's a book in everyone, don't 'they'?
So, I thought I'd put some bits together about what helped me to write my books and maybe it will help all of you out there to get writing. You might not ever publish your book, but being creative is about so much more than that. It might be therapeutic or cathartic, or just a big challenge for you to produce something.
One day I just got up and knew I had to write. I was inspired, and I could see, in my head how it had to be. I wrote solidly for three days and wrote the first half of 'The Spiritual and Psychic Development Workbook'. I had never done anything like it before. I didn't think I'd have anything more left to write about but I am continually inspired and haven't stopped writing since. I love it, and I love that my work helps and inspires others.
So what are my top tips? Here you go...
1. I wrote about a subject I loved, felt passionate about, researched, and had practical experience of.
2. I had a strong desire to share my knowledge with others.
3. I allowed the creative process to happen in it’s own way. For me, when I felt inspired to write, I simply took up a pen and wrote.
4. Once I had enough material and a clear outline, I set myself deadlines / a project plan, to ensure that I got finished. But I didn’t force the creative side.
5. I developed a clear picture of my reader.
6. I got serious about it and developed a plan, not only to finish the book but what to do once it was done.
7. As I wrote I often got new ideas, flashes of inspiration about a new project. I simply made a note of them and carried on with the job in hand.
8. I started writing
9. I carried on writing
10. I finished writing
11. I had a clear vision of what I wanted the book to say to the reader, and how I would say it.
12. I asked for feedback from friends, who would be honest, but didn’t change anything unless the changes fitted in better with my vision.
13. I stopped checking for errors, sometimes you just have to finish and get the book out there.
14. I went on a ‘Market Your Book’ workshop that really helped me with my writing and marketing. And in fact, I came up with new ideas, for more books & projects.
Something that I’ve discovered…
“Anyone can start to write a book, it takes a lot of courage to finish one”
Helen Leathers
http://www.stmpublishing.co.uk/
So, I thought I'd put some bits together about what helped me to write my books and maybe it will help all of you out there to get writing. You might not ever publish your book, but being creative is about so much more than that. It might be therapeutic or cathartic, or just a big challenge for you to produce something.
One day I just got up and knew I had to write. I was inspired, and I could see, in my head how it had to be. I wrote solidly for three days and wrote the first half of 'The Spiritual and Psychic Development Workbook'. I had never done anything like it before. I didn't think I'd have anything more left to write about but I am continually inspired and haven't stopped writing since. I love it, and I love that my work helps and inspires others.
So what are my top tips? Here you go...
1. I wrote about a subject I loved, felt passionate about, researched, and had practical experience of.
2. I had a strong desire to share my knowledge with others.
3. I allowed the creative process to happen in it’s own way. For me, when I felt inspired to write, I simply took up a pen and wrote.
4. Once I had enough material and a clear outline, I set myself deadlines / a project plan, to ensure that I got finished. But I didn’t force the creative side.
5. I developed a clear picture of my reader.
6. I got serious about it and developed a plan, not only to finish the book but what to do once it was done.
7. As I wrote I often got new ideas, flashes of inspiration about a new project. I simply made a note of them and carried on with the job in hand.
8. I started writing
9. I carried on writing
10. I finished writing
11. I had a clear vision of what I wanted the book to say to the reader, and how I would say it.
12. I asked for feedback from friends, who would be honest, but didn’t change anything unless the changes fitted in better with my vision.
13. I stopped checking for errors, sometimes you just have to finish and get the book out there.
14. I went on a ‘Market Your Book’ workshop that really helped me with my writing and marketing. And in fact, I came up with new ideas, for more books & projects.
Something that I’ve discovered…
“Anyone can start to write a book, it takes a lot of courage to finish one”
Helen Leathers
http://www.stmpublishing.co.uk/
Thursday, 22 July 2010
all the small things
I haven't put a blog post up for ages. I 've had a bit of a mental block with it and made it into a much bigger thing that it actually is. And then today I realised that it really isn't a big job to write a blog every now and again, I don't know why I thought it was. It should be short and sweet. While I was doing a bit of preparation for a radio interview next week I was thinking about what the pivotal points in my journey have been. And I realised that it's the little things that count in life, it's the little things that make the big things happen. It's the smallest quote that can have the biggest impact. Big changes follow small moments of clarity or illumination. Life is a series of moments and in every moment change is possible. In every moment is an essence of time that will allow anyone to alter their course, or supercharge their future, or, if they don't see it and make use of it, not. Don't wait for the quantum leap, just do something, anything, however small, but do it now. Keep your mind and eyes open for the moments in your life and who knows where you'll end up?
Friday, 30 October 2009
Lots of little blessings for you
Bright Blessings - Spiritual Thoughts, Inspirational Quotes and Philosophical Observations on Life, From Helen Leathers is a new book with a difference.
We all lead busy lives but making a tiny bit of time for ourselves to think our thoughts and get to know more about ourselves, our hopes and our dreams can have a massive impact on how we see the world and our role within it. Do you truly know, where you have been, where you are now and, most importantly where you are heading? Are you happy? Would you like to be?
This is a collection of articles, observations and quotes which aim to make you stop and think. In amongst all the everyday ‘stuff’, take a few moments to dip in and have a read. Whether you need inspiration, a quiet moment, a focus for meditation, spiritual or philosophical advice or support, or maybe even something different to do this weekend this is the book to have within easy reach.
A percentage of profits from the sale of this book will be donated equally between The National Literacy Trust and The Hunger Project in a bid to help fight illiteracy and poverty in the UK and in developing countries.
Available online and to order at any bookstore, take a look at www.stmpublishing.co.uk
We all lead busy lives but making a tiny bit of time for ourselves to think our thoughts and get to know more about ourselves, our hopes and our dreams can have a massive impact on how we see the world and our role within it. Do you truly know, where you have been, where you are now and, most importantly where you are heading? Are you happy? Would you like to be?
This is a collection of articles, observations and quotes which aim to make you stop and think. In amongst all the everyday ‘stuff’, take a few moments to dip in and have a read. Whether you need inspiration, a quiet moment, a focus for meditation, spiritual or philosophical advice or support, or maybe even something different to do this weekend this is the book to have within easy reach.
A percentage of profits from the sale of this book will be donated equally between The National Literacy Trust and The Hunger Project in a bid to help fight illiteracy and poverty in the UK and in developing countries.
Available online and to order at any bookstore, take a look at www.stmpublishing.co.uk
Friday, 26 September 2008
New Healing Circle In Shropshire
Do you practice Reiki or another form of healing?
Would you like to join a new healing circle in South Shropshire?
We will be meeting every 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Broadmeadow Holistic Centre, Leebotwood, just off the A49 in South Shropshire.
We would like a core group of healers and are asking for a 6 month commitment. There will be a fee to cover costs, this will be £7.50 for the 6 month period (£5 for concessions).
All forms of Reiki, and other healing methods are welcome. Bring an open mind, a spiritual approach and a desire to help and heal.
Bright Blessings
Helen
Would you like to join a new healing circle in South Shropshire?
We will be meeting every 2nd Wednesday of the month at the Broadmeadow Holistic Centre, Leebotwood, just off the A49 in South Shropshire.
We would like a core group of healers and are asking for a 6 month commitment. There will be a fee to cover costs, this will be £7.50 for the 6 month period (£5 for concessions).
All forms of Reiki, and other healing methods are welcome. Bring an open mind, a spiritual approach and a desire to help and heal.
Bright Blessings
Helen
Saturday, 9 August 2008
NOW ON AMAZON WORLDWIDE
Help! I Think I Might Be Psychic
101 Frequently Asked Questions about Spiritual, Psychic & Spooky Stuff
Answered by Helen Leathers & Diane Campkin
Now available online worldwide, including www.amazon.com and www.amazon.co.uk
Do you have questions about spiritual philosophy, ghosts, paranormal encounters or psychic abilities? Got no-one to ask, or worried what people may think? Or just looking for an unusual gift? This provides the answers. And if you visit the website, you will have the option of ordering a signed copy by mail, or online through either Amazon link.
www.helpithinkimightbepsychic.com
We hope you enjoy and are inspired.
bright blessings
Helen
101 Frequently Asked Questions about Spiritual, Psychic & Spooky Stuff
Answered by Helen Leathers & Diane Campkin
Now available online worldwide, including www.amazon.com and www.amazon.co.uk
Do you have questions about spiritual philosophy, ghosts, paranormal encounters or psychic abilities? Got no-one to ask, or worried what people may think? Or just looking for an unusual gift? This provides the answers. And if you visit the website, you will have the option of ordering a signed copy by mail, or online through either Amazon link.
www.helpithinkimightbepsychic.com
We hope you enjoy and are inspired.
bright blessings
Helen
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